POL 322 - Theor of Dev & Anti-Dev

Institution:

Agnes Scott College

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Description:

Theories of Development and Anti-Development Overview of development theory, including the mode rnization paradigm. Also examines criticisms of development theory and practice from the south (Latin America, Asia a nd Africa), which call into question many of the tenets of mod ernization and work consciously to define anti-development st rategies. Includes examination of postcolonial social theory as well as environmental, feminist and other social movements in the south.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.agnesscott.edu

Phone Number:

(404) 471-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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